Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
Rooted in the belief that families needed cash rather than another program, the Magnolia Mother’s Trust began in 2018 with a small pilot for 20 moms. Today, it is the nation's longest-running guaranteed income project, challenging narratives of deservedness and supporting over 400 mothers. Aisha Nyandoro is the CEO of…
Unless you are the CEO of a multimillion-dollar corporation, you are never going to live the life of your dreams working a nine-five. If you want financial freedom, a side hustle or two helps for those of you asking how can I make $1000 a week from home? In this…
This is the published version of Forbes' CMO newsletter, which offers the latest news for chief marketing officers and other messaging-focused leaders. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Wednesday. Elon Musk has done a great job of making people pay attention to how he’s running X,…
Last Friday, the House voted to expel Republican Rep. George Santos. This action followed a report released by the House Ethics Committee that revealed a “complex web of unlawful activity" involving Santos' campaign, personal, and business finances. The downfall may be explained by two words: "complex web.” A headline-grabbing crisis…
2023 has been a year of transition for the world of work. Global markets are turbulent but talent scarcity continues and the need for skilled talent is growing. Our clients tell us that attracting and retaining the right people is higher on their agenda than ever before. Meanwhile, talent expectations…
Nobody wants to end up working in a company with a culture that sucks the life out of you. It doesn’t matter how much it pays – a bad job culture and misaligned values will take its toll on your physical and mental health. And a bad company culture can…
You can observe a lot by just watching. If we expand that famous quote from Yogi Berra to include listening, observation takes on a whole new dimension. Such was the case when former big leaguer and current Detroit Tiger broadcaster Craig Monroe chatted with Pat Caputo on a weekly radio…
As we approach 2024, media continues to undergo transformative shifts, presenting both challenges and opportunities for public relations professionals. Below, 18 Forbes Communications Council members share the critical trends, recent developments and current situations that demand the attention of PR practitioners. From the rising influence of social media to the…
Effective leadership relies on a multitude of essential skills and qualities, not the least of which is keen self-awareness. Being able to identify and recognize your own strengths and weaknesses in action helps you align your motives and behavior to better inspire and guide your team. Below, Forbes Coaches Council…
Excessive meetings have become a common complaint in the modern workplace, as they can take time away from work that needs to be done. Leadership teams, in particular, can find themselves bogged down with meetings, leaving little time for strategic thinking and execution. Here, 20 Forbes Human Resources Council members…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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